BackpageOrlando Pirates continue with their bid for a historical third successive Nedbank Cup when they clash with Kaizer Chiefs in a final match at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.
As coach Jose Riveiro prepares to bow out after three seasons with the Buccaneers, this is a final he cannot afford to lose.
GOAL predicts how the Spaniard is likely to select his starting lineup on Saturday.
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Orlando PiratesThe Bafana Bafana goalkeeper returns after being rested when Pirates beat Golden Arrows on Tuesday, but would not want to think about conceding three goals in the last three games he played.
BackpagepixThe former Stellenbosch captain has established himself as a trusted player on the right side of defence.
BackpageThe rising star is set to feature in his first-ever Cup final of his professional career.
BackpageThe experienced defender missed Pirates' last two games, including last weekend's Soweto Derby win over Chiefs, but now returns right in time for a blockbuster match.
BackpageThis is a match Riveiro would go for experience at the heart of defence to tighten things up, despite Chiefs having struggling attackers.
BackpagepixThis is a player who has been consistent for the Buccaneers and that has made him a regular starter.
BackpagepixJust like Sibisi, this is a timely return for Mbatha from suspension ahead of Saturday's do-or-die encounter.
BackpageUsually a winger, Mofokeng shone bright in the middle of the park last weekend and grabbed Pirates' winner.
BackpageHe grabbed an assist for Evidence Makgopa's goal in last weekend's Soweto Derby clash and would want to score his first goal against Amakhosi.
BackpageThe experienced winger was rested against Arrows and returns with fresh legs after providing an assist for Mofokeng at FNB Stadium.
BackpageAnother player who was rested in midweek and would want to return stronger for such a crucial game.
